As part of the investigation, all lanes of South Broadway between Hazel and Ashland were closed, Aurora police said
NOTE: The investigation was launched after Aurora police fatally shot an armed suspect following a brief pursuit. You can find updates HERE.
Streets were closed in Aurora early Wednesday morning due to a "traffic stop investigation," with officials asking the public to avoid the area.
In a 4:05 a.m. Facebook post, the Aurora Police Department said it was on the scene of a traffic stop investigation near South Broadway Street and Hazel Avenue.
As part of the investigation, all lanes of South Broadway between Hazel and Ashland were closed, police said.
"We are asking the public to seek alternative routes as traffic is delayed," the post said. "Updates will be provided as they become available."
Photos and video from the scene showed a large police presence early Wednesday morning, with multiple police vehicles in the area. An intersection was blocked off with yellow tape that said "Crime scene, do not cross."
About 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, the Kane County Sheriff's Office said the investigation was being handled by the Kane County Major Crimes Task Force, with more details to follow.
Later Wednesday morning, police posted that the roads had reopened, and a black sedan with what appeared to be bullet holes in its driver's side passenger door was being towed away.
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This is a developing story that will be updated as more information becomes available.
